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Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies Recipe

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Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies are a delightful blend of fresh citrusy lemon cookies and creamy lavender buttercream filling. These elegant treats offer a perfect balance of sweetness and floral notes, ideal for any occasion.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes (plus cooling time)
  • Yield: 12 sandwich cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Zest of 1 lemon

For the Lavender Buttercream Filling:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

2 cups powdered sugar

1 tablespoon culinary lavender, finely ground

2 tablespoons heavy cream

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

A few drops of purple food coloring (optional)

For Garnish:

Thin lemon slices

Fresh lavender sprigs

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest, mixing until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine the mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Roll out the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out the cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  6. Bake: Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
  7. Prepare the Lavender Buttercream: Cream the butter in a large bowl until creamy. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, mixing until fully incorporated.
  8. Infuse with lavender: Mix in the ground culinary lavender, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. If desired, add a few drops of purple food coloring for a lovely lavender hue.
  9. Beat until fluffy: Continue to beat the mixture until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  10. Assemble the cookies: Once the cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe a generous layer of lavender buttercream onto the flat side of half the cookies. Place another cookie on top, gently pressing down to create a sandwich.
  11. Add lavender buttercream on top: Pipe a small swirl of lavender buttercream on the top of each assembled sandwich cookie for an extra touch of flavor and elegance.
  12. Garnish: Decorate the top of each cookie with a thin lemon slice and a fresh lavender sprig for an elegant touch.

Notes

  • For a twist, try swapping out the lemon for orange or lime zest in the cookie dough.
  • Experiment with other floral flavors like rose or chamomile for a different buttercream profile.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Use different food colorings or ombre the buttercream to match a theme or season.
  • For a vegan version, replace butter with coconut oil or a vegan butter substitute, and use a flax egg in the cookies.

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